Customer Reviews Hoka Gaviota

I was so disappointed because these sneakers were soooooo cushiony and supportive of my knees and hips; but as other reviewers have mentioned, they were very strangely stretched tight across where my toes meet my foot and completely cut off circulation to my toes. And I don’t have a wide foot and have never had an issue like this with any other shoe.

These are THE best athletic shoes ever! SO grateful that my trainer told me about these. They are super cushy and a nice fit. With these shoes I’m able to run again! Will definitely order more.

I've just worn them and jogged with them around the house so far, haven't tried them on a run. But they seem really shock-absorbing and stable. However, I don't have a wide foot, and they are really tight across the top of my foot. My right big toe is falling asleep. Trying to break them in, hoping they'll stretch. If they stretch a little bit, they'll be perfect.

Great support, but as I realized later with a pair I kept, these shoes run large. I would recommend going down a half size. I also usually get wide width, which in this case was too wide. Returned these. Not very pretty, but I see why people love them to run.

Good Shoe a bit tight for my wide feet. Would chose a 1/2 size larger if wide is not available.

I have a lot of foot pain in my right foot, and knee and hip issues on that same side. I also have wide toes and a narrow heel. My arch is a bit flat, so I overpronate. I usually wear Brooks Adrenaline, but this year’s model was not stable enough. These Gaviotas were recommended by a physical therapist. I like the way they look. The fit is different than any other shoe I’ve worn. Your heel feels low, toes high. Most of the padding is in the forefoot. It feels a little like my heel is stomping the ground before the rest of my foot, yet my heels don’t hurt at all. They felt a little long, my heel slipped slightly. Threading the laces through the extra top eyelet solves that. The top of the shoe right in front of the laces is a bit snug, causing some tingling of my forefoot. Yet I can wiggle my toes freely. I am a 7.5 in Brooks, yet I got a 7 in this shoe. A 7.5 would have been way too long. I considered trying a 7 wide, but they are sold out everywhere. I think they may be too wide. After wearing these a few times (I walk but don’t run), the tight feeling in the top of the foot is about gone. The fabric is pretty stiff, so it needs to break in a bit. I feel a bit clumsy in them, like I’m going to trip on the big soles, but it hasn’t happened. Despite all these issues, my feet and knees feel good after walking outdoors several miles in them. And they are incredibly stable on the treadmill. I tend to feel like I’m off balance when walking on a treadmill. These keeps my feet from rolling and my balance is much better. Overall, they feel very weird on, but I’m getting used to them, and I can walk without knee pain! I added a photo of these size 7 along side my old size 7.5 Adrenalines.

I have not been impressed with this shoe. I ordered on January 11 and need a new pair of shoes as of March 29. Yes, that's correct, the shoes lasted me roughly 2.5 months. For the price paid, I am not happy with the value or quality. The glue is not holding, as the front sole is starting to peal down and body of the shoe is starting to fall apart.

Very comfortable shoes ! Highly recommend true to size and width ... moderate arch support

I am 100% Hoka obsessed now! The ankle stability is unmatched without having to wear a high top. I absolutely love the fit, weight, and style of these shoes. They look enormous at first, but after wearing them you will not care one bit because you feel amazing! I have stopped wearing fashionable Nikes or cross training New Balance in favor of these any time I need an athletic shoe. Love! Love! Love!

Great shoe for running!

This is my 3rd pair of Gaviota. I'm thinking of ordering a couple more pairs, as Hoka One One tends to discontinue the styles I love and then I have to start all over to try and find a substitute. I have some foot problems and absolutely need to stick with wide toe boxes and stiff soles. The Gaviota is perfect.

Love these shoes - the way they look, the feel, the fit! They are one of my favorite brands as well. I would recommend this shoe to someone who needs a wider shoe in the toe area.

This is my 2nd pair of the Gaviota. I love them. Lightweight, wash well, and fit well. The toe box on this style is slightly "boxier" than on others and it accommodates my bitty bunion well.

Shoe was much too wide causing slippage. Returning after trying on. Not even going to go for a run

The shoes felt comfortable and fit well right out of the box. They have excellent arch support and a soft feel under flip. They did not need to be broken in. I have recommended him to several of my friends. You can’t go wrong with the shoe.

I love these shoes, they are so comfortable! They are super lightweight, and I love how the sole gradually widens out so that you feel super stable doing whatever you want in them (I am not a runner but use them for walking and an exercise class that incorporates lots of core and stability work). Being running shoes, I knew that they would give me the support and cushioning I wanted. They are also very stylish, and the wide array of colors that they come in is a bonus. I am planning on ordering a second pair in another color to wear inside only for using our treadmill and exercise bike (I try to maintain a leave-your-shoes-by-the-door policy at our house). I highly recommend them!